2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2012 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2012 Dodge Ram is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee (290 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2012 Dodge Ram. (212 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2012 Dodge Ram.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dodge Ram. (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dodge Ram. 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 2012 Dodge Ram has manual transmission. 2012 Dodge Ram will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2012 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Jeep | Dodge |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Ram |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 352 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4821 mm | 5320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1938 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1763 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2916 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 98 L |
